1 Thaler - Zsigmond Báthori 1592-1593 front 1 Thaler - Zsigmond Báthori 1592-1593 back
1 Thaler - Zsigmond Báthori 1592-1593 photo
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1 Thaler - Zsigmond Báthori

 
Silver 27.91 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Sigismund Báthory (1581-1602)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1592-1593
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.91 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72376
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

R.: 131
Variant 1593 with slight different obverse, missing rosette after BATHORI, ornaments on arm. Mint: Nagybánya / Baia Mare.

Photo of Macho & Chlapovič

Variant 1592, different obverse, rosettes before and after BATHORI, rosette after sigismvndvs, missing cross.

Photos of H. D. Rauch.

Another variant of this coin.

Photos of Heritage Auctions, Inc.

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Transylvania, minted during the reign of Zsigmond Báthori (1592-1593), features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the coat of arms of the Báthori family, which includes a shield with a crown on top, surrounded by two angels and a banner with the family motto "Sempre Virtus" (Always Virtue).